BJP chief Nitin Nabin questions security in Punjab after anti-drug activist Jhota shot dead, targets AAP government
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The BJP chief sought accountability from the AAP government, while Jhota’s father appealed to PM Modi and Amit Shah for protection for his grandchildren.
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TypeNews
SourceHindustan Times - India
PublishedTuesday, 13 October 2026
Affected Population~470 million children under 18, 365 million youth
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ICDS: 8 crore beneficiaries under 6
14 lakh Anganwadi centres
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Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
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